Aluminium Extrusions for Industrial Applications - Vast Potential Ahead -

Global usage of aluminium extrusions in 2011 is estimated at 14!.6 million tonnes and ofthis, the industrialapplications account for about 5.4 million tonnes. The need for light weighting of vehicles, numerous industrialsystems & components combined with new opportunities in the electrical energy sector, has opened up new avenues forthe usage of aluminium extrusions. This coupled with stringent environmental requirements will drive the demand foraluminium extrusions through this decade. This paper attempts to provide an overview of the growth potential foraluminium extrusions in industrial applications from a market perspective.

Keywords:

Aluminium , extrusions , transportation , industrial , electrical